Bertha Chace Day, 96, of 32 Sol-E-Mar Lane, Dartmouth, MA, passed away June
7, 2023.
Born in Mattapoisett, she was the daughter of Malcolm Earl Chace and Etta Bourne Coggeshall. She was the widow of Winthrop Morse Day, whom she spent many years with in their historic, colonial home on Russells Mills Rd.
Bertha was a lifelong area resident and a sports enthusiast, who worked at Chamberlin Manufacturing Co. She was also a devout member of the Smith Mills Christian Congregational Church.
She is survived by her stepson, Randall E. Day, his wife Cheryl ,her deceased brother's wife Claire and their two children, Donna and Russell. She also leaves behind nieces and nephews of her late sister, Marion Chace. Bertha was very fortunate to have a devoted grandniece, Tracey Manzone, who along with her husband Gene cared for and helped Bertha through her difficult senior years. Their extended family brought much joy to Bertha. In addition, Bertha was fond of and often mentioned her friends Pat Smith and neighbor Ellie Mello.
Arrangements are with Wilson Chapel, 479 County St., New Bedford MA. on Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Visitation will be from 11:30 to 12 noon followed by a prayer service. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Fairhaven, MA.